5 Live Science Podcast

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Bubbles, Balloons and Blooms: April Q and A Apr 12, 2020

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Today, we’re taking a step back from talking about coronavirus, to bring you a Q and A show with a difference.

We answer some of the questions you’ve been sending in, and we also get stuck into some kitchen science experiments which you can join in with at home, whether you're a big kid or a little one.

The science of coronavirus Apr 05, 2020

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Chris Berrow and the Naked Scientists look at the latest science news, including a new fast test for coronavirus, the effect of the lockdown on our air quality , and how do we make our cities more sustainable?

Boom! The Naked Scientists at the Cambridge Science Festival Mar 28, 2020

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From genetics to geoscience, chemistry to komodo dragons, join the Naked Scientists for an explosive hour of Festival science fun. Hear what went on at their live event recorded for the Cambridge Science Festival - recorded before the remainder of the festival was cancelled due to coronavirus. Demos, anecdotes, questions, and booms!

5 Live Science - The latest on coronavirus Mar 22, 2020

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Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team present the latest science news, analysis and breakthroughs relating to coronavirus.

Dr Karl: Coronavirus, immune systems and more than one brain? Mar 19, 2020

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Dr Karl joins Rhod to answer your science questions.

Dr Karl: Coronavirus, Panic Attacks and the Effect of Copper & Silver on Bacteria Mar 12, 2020

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Dotun is joined by Dr Karl to answer your science related questions, including coronavirus, white holes, panic attacks and the effect of copper & silver on bacteria

What's a white hole? Mar 08, 2020

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This week, 5 Live Science takes on your science questions, including: what are white holes, why Agatha Christie was so fond of killing people with cyanide in her stories, how gravitational slingshots work, and why doesn't the Moon get a cooler name?

Dr Karl: The nature of human consciousness and hot toddies Mar 05, 2020

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Dr Karl answers your science questions, including a dive in to the nature of human consciousness and why a dram of whiskey makes your tea go cold.

Naked Scientists: Bright Neanderthals, Beached Whales and Green Men on Mars Mar 01, 2020

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Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team look at a brainy computer which is making a breakthrough against killer bugs and a new discovery explains why whales beach themselves.

Dr Karl And Coronavirus Feb 27, 2020

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Rhod's joined by Dr Karl plus special guests Yolanda Plowman and Joanna Rothwell for a Coronavirus special.